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In Brief: Russian forces’ group strikes on Ukrainian ports

Russian forces continued delivering group strikes with precision weapons on Ukrainian ports overnight to July 24, the Russian Defense Ministry reported. Summary the main results... Defense Ministry statement On the night of July 23-24, Russian forces continued to deliver group strikes using air-launched precision weapons and strike drones on Ukrainian ports, the Defense Ministry said in a...

NavyVetUnited

2026-07-24 08:28:47

Key takeaways from the Rubio-Lavrov meeting

Talks between Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Manila have concluded. They lasted more than half an hour. According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, Lavrov discussed the current situation along the combat line with Rubio and emphasized the importance of not supplying Ukraine with more arms. The two top diplomats also discussed normalizing...

NavyVetUnited

2026-07-23 09:49:46

What we know about, Kremlin addresses Ukrainian military chief’s dismissal, sanctions on Russia

Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov addressed the dismissal of Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Alexander Syrsky, European sanctions on Russia, and the upcoming G20 summit during his daily briefing on Wednesday. Key statements made by the Russian presidential press secretary. On Ukrainian settlement The Russian Armed Forces continue offensive operations along the entire frontline:...

NavyVetUnited

2026-07-22 16:51:09

What to know about Trump’s election meddling allegations, US intelligence report

While speaking in the White House in a televised address to the nation, US President Donald Trump announced that the US administration would release declassified information about shocking vulnerabilities in the country’s voting systems. He said that Russia is among "the United States’ adversaries," allegedly attempting to influence the US elections. Trump also stated that in 2020,...

Potus 45-47th - President Donald J. TRUMP

2026-07-17 11:47:08

Trump’s key statements: Disappointment with NATO, refusal to negotiate with Iran

During a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on the sidelines of the summit in Ankara, US President Donald Trump stated that he is disappointed in the alliance. According to him, Washington pays exorbitant sums to ensure the security of its NATO allies. Trump also declared that the ceasefire with Iran is no longer in effect. He added that he has no intention of negotiating with...

Potus 45-47th - President Donald J. TRUMP

2026-07-08 10:14:41

What we Know so far: Explosions hit Damascus as French president arrives in Syria

Two explosions struck Damascus, the Syrian newspaper Al Watan reported. According to Qatar-based Al Jazeera TV, the blasts occurred near the Tourism Ministry building and a hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron is staying during his current visit to Damascus. The explosions caused casualties, Al Hadath television reported. Key details of the incident so far......

NavyVetUnited

2026-07-07 11:16:18

What is known about US-Iran negotiations at Swiss resort of Burgenstock

The negotiators at the Swiss resort of Burgenstock agreed to create a mechanism to guarantee safe transit for vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei announced. Key details about the outcomes of the talks. Iranian statements The Iranian delegation has completed its work at this stage of negotiations with the United States in Switzerland's...

US-Israel Roaring Lion, Epic Fury Ops

2026-06-22 11:14:32

Trump’s statements: Second stage of deal with Iran, meeting with Zelensky and Ukraine

The United States will now be focused on the Ukrainian settlement, with the Iranian conflict is receding to the background, US President Donald Trump said during a meeting with Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Washington and Tehran are entering the second stage of implementing peace agreements, he said on the sidelines of the Group of Seven summit. According to President Trump,...

Potus 45-47th - President Donald J. TRUMP

2026-06-16 15:43:52

US-Iran deal: Statements from parties, International response

The United States and Iran have reached an agreement aimed at resolving the conflict. The signing of the accord is scheduled to take place in Geneva on June 19. The US maritime blockade of Iran will end on June 15, while military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon, will cease immediately and irrevocably, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said. According to him,...

US-Israel Roaring Lion, Epic Fury Ops

2026-06-15 09:45:26

Talks between Russian, Kazakh leaders, strategic partnership, no disputes

The Russian-Kazakh talks began with a meeting between Presidents Vladimir Putin and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in a small-group format, followed by broader negotiations involving delegations from both countries. During the talks, Putin said that relations between Russia and Kazakhstan had reached the level of a comprehensive strategic partnership. Tokayev, in turn, stressed that there were no...

NavyVetUnited

2026-05-28 14:44:14

Reaction to Putin’s China visit, clear message to world, failure to isolate Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping sent a clearly defined message to the international community on strengthening global stability during talks in Beijing, the Global Times newspaper reported, citing Chinese experts. The latest Putin-Xi talks underscore, among other things, the "almost catastrophic failure" of Western attempts to isolate Moscow, James Carden, a...

NavyVetUnited

2026-05-21 15:44:28

Trump says US forces eliminate senior ISIS leader in joint operation in Nigeria

President Donald Trump says that American and Nigerian forces have killed the "second in command of ISIS globally" in a military operation in Africa. Writing on Truth Social, Trump said the joint mission was "flawlessly executed... to eliminate the most active terrorist in the world", Abu-Bilal al-Minuki. Al‑Minuki was declared a Specially Designated Global Terrorist by Washington in 2023....

Potus 45-47th - President Donald J. TRUMP

2026-05-16 08:36:27

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